Summary
While Kansas is an open carry state, they have incomplete preemption on open carry. This means that there are some local ordinances that could constitute a nightmare for the law abiding citizen, except for concealed handgun permit holders when inside vehicles.
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Legal Disclaimer |
We make every effort to provide correct information on this site. However, the legal landscape surrounding open carry is fluid and subject to a myriad of political influences in the various states. Therefore, any and all information you glean from this site should be independently verified! |
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State Constitution |
Bill of Rights, Section 4The people have the right to bear arms for their defense and security; but standing armies, in time of peace, are dangerous to liberty, and shall not be tolerated, and the military shall be in strict subordination to the civil power. |
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Preemption |
There is NO state preemption of firearms laws.NOTE: Almost all states allow local regulation of the discharge of firearms |
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Open Car Carry |
Firearms may be openly carried in cars without any license except where localities have made open carry illegal; however, concealed handgun permits accepted by KS make the holder exempt from all local open carry bans. |
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Private Sales |
Not Yet Determined |
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Permit Issued |
Not Yet Determined |
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K-12 Carry |
Not Yet DeterminedNOTE: The Federal Gun-Free School Zones Act Restricts Carry to Permit Holders |
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College Carry |
Concealed Carry Prohibited by Statute – Open Carry Generally LegalNOTE: Even if Legal, Students May be Subject to Academic Sanctions |
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Places Off Limits |
Currently Being Researched
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